1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Celeste | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
